Hot Swiss Cheese Dip

This gooey, hot Swiss Cheese Dip will be the talk of the party! Made with two types of cheese, sour cream, crumbled bacon, and green onion, then topped with buttery crackers, this savory dip is the perfect appetizer for your next tailgate, holiday party, or family get-together. Make up a batch of this creamy Swiss cheese dip today!

Just say the word “dip” and you’ll have my attention. Tell me that dip has cheese in it, and I will be hovering over the bowl! I’m a sucker for a good cheese pull, and this dip definitely has that and more.

This delicious Swiss Bacon Dip is delicious when spread on a toasted baguette, or dip freshly cut vegetables or crackers into the dip for a mouthful of flavor. But whatever you do, serve this dip when it’s hot!

My favorite way to keep dips and spreads hot is with a small Crock pot. Mine has a keep warm setting, so once I make the dip, I transfer it to the slow cooker, and cook it for about an hour on low. When it’s done, I turn it on “keep warm” and add the crumbled crackers to the top. That way, the cheese stays nice and gooey throughout the whole party.

Ingredients for Swiss Cheese Dip

You only need a handful of ingredients to make Swiss and Bacon Dip:

• Cream cheese (room temperature)
• Sour cream
• Freshly grated Swiss cheese  (it melts much better than pre-shredded cheese!)- just ask for a ½ lb. block at your grocer’s deli counter.
• Bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
• Chopped green onion
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Crumbled Ritz crackers for a crunchy topping

Make sure to review the recipe card below to find out exactly how much you need of each ingredient.

How to make Hot Bacon Swiss Cheese Dip

My favorite thing about this recipe is that this creamy dip is so easy to make! Here’s how to do it:

1. Preheat oven temperature to 350°F and prepare a 1 ½ quart baking dish or 9-inch pie pan, by spraying it with cooking spray.
2. Mix the cream cheese, sour cream, Swiss cheese, bacon, onion, and black pepper together in a medium bowl until well combined.
3. Spread the cream cheese mixture into your prepared pan. Sprinkle the crushed crackers over the top.
4. Bake for 15 – 18 minutes. Remove from the oven, then serve.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this dip with some (or all!) of the following items:

• Toasted baguette slices
• Pita bread or chips
• Crackers
• A large bowl of tortilla chips
• Freshly cut vegetables (like celery sticks, grape tomatoes, carrot sticks, bell peppers, and more)
• Pretzels

What are your favorite snacks to serve with dip?

FAQs

How can I make this dip lower in calories?

I know, dips don’t really make for healthy eating! But you can substitute reduced or low fat cream cheese, sour cream, and even Swiss cheese to lighten up this dip a bit.

How do I store leftover Swiss Cheese Dip?

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can reheat leftover dip in the oven, on the stovetop, or in the microwave.

Can I add other flavorings to this dip?

Yes, you can add some herbs or spices to Bacon Swiss Dip. Since this delicious dip is so rich, sometimes adding a little spice with hot sauce or cayenne pepper helps balance the richness. Feel free to play around with your favorite flavors!  You could also add garlic or sweet onions.

How can I make this gluten-free?

Everything but the crackers is naturally gluten-free, so if you substitute a different topping, this recipe is gluten-free! Try crushed cornflakes or sliced almonds instead, so you can still get that satisfying crunch on top.

Can you make Cheesy Bacon Dip ahead of time?

Yes, you could combine all the ingredients and store it in the fridge, covered, until you are ready to bake it. Do this no more than a day in advance. Then bake as directed, though you may need a few minutes longer bake time to heat it throughout.

More of My Favorite Recipes for the Best Dips

If you’re a fan of delicious dips like I am, then try one of these recipes next time:

• Baked Mexican Dip: Three kinds of cheese combined with plenty of spices and topped with fresh cilantro!
• Baked Feta Dip combines crushed tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh herbs and seasonings for a refreshing dip.
• With only five simple ingredients, this is the best Mexican White Cheese Dip you will ever eat and easily my favorite dip!
• Black Bean, Corn, and Feta Dip is an easy appetizer that’s perfect for any party or game-day gathering. This mixture of canned corn, black beans, green onions, and crumbled Feta cheese, mixed with a sweet apple cider vinaigrette makes it a perfect finger food for a hungry crowd.
• Beer Cheese Dip is the quintessential dip for a football tailgate or other gathering. It’s got, you’ve guessed it- beer, cheese, ranch, and fresh chives and tastes great with chips and veggies!

This post was originally published on September 4, 2015. It has been updated in format and with pictures on October 24, 2024.